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Your Travel Guide To The UK

Are you planning a trip to the UK this year? Or perhaps you’ve already booked up? You might be overwhelmed with where to go and what to see — it’s home to many heritage sites, spectacular landscapes and cultural attractions. There are many destinations perfect for the older traveller too, with opportunities to sit back and relax if you fancy it or get involved with some gentle activities. Acorn Stairlifts, stockists of curved and straight stairlifts, give us their top 5 destinations and what you can do there…

Explore the villages of The Cotswolds

The Cotswolds is made up of six counties and is situated in the South West of England. It is the birthplace of former Prime Minister Winston Churchill, and where Beatrix Potter took inspiration for her third book ‘The Tailor of Gloucester’. The area is well-known for the abundance of quaint villages and thatch-roof cottages.

There are many ancient castles and big stately homes to explore. One of these is Sudeley Castle, once famously owned by Henry VIII’s last wife Katherine Parr — the late Queen of England is now buried on the grounds and you can visit where she lies. Rodmarton Manor is another house — its architecture is more than impressive and all materials used to build the home were regionally sourced and handcrafted by craftsmen in the area.

Walk around The Lake District

The famous Lakes are a popular destination for many people living in and out of the UK. In rain, hail or shine, visitors flock to the area to enjoy the views, walk many miles around the lakes and have some relaxation away from the big cities.

The Lake District is home to many shows and festivals that you’re bound to come across when you’re there. These include farmers’ markets, food markets and unique film festivals, so there’s certainly something for all hobbies. You don’t have to venture far to see other interesting attractions too such as glassblowing and diamond wheel cutting – you wouldn’t see that just anywhere! Or, take a trip to the Lakes working distillery and see how whisky, gin and vodka are produced on-site.

Fancy some exercise? Put your walking boots on and head to the fells. There are many different walking trails for different abilities and time scales. Why not take a picnic up one of the mountains and enjoy the views below with a cup of tea and a sandwich? You can take boat rides across the lakes to see the landscape from a different viewpoint.

Discover the attractions of the Northern Irish coast

It’s impossible to be bored when you’re in Northern Ireland. For travelling there or accommodation purposes, stay in the city of Belfast — it has well-organised transport in and out of the city and it’s not too far from the sights you’ll want to see.

One of the best attractions is the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. First built by fisherman in 1755 to connect the mainland to a tiny island, the rope bridge is suspended around 30 metres above sea level and is famous for its scenic views and ability to get those hearts racing. If you feel like doing something a bit daring, this one’s for you. It’s close to the Giant’s Causeway too — another popular site for Irish tourists. Situated on the coast, this attraction is the result of an ancient volcanic eruption although there is a legend that argues it was built by an Irish giant as a way to reach a Scottish giant ahead of a fight.

Also in the vicinity is a famous avenue of Beech trees called the Dark Hedges. This was made famous from the hit TV series, Game of Thrones. The trees date back to the 18th century and make an amazing backdrop for a walk in the country or some memorable photos.

See the sights of The Highlands

When exploring The Highlands, you’re never too far from a photo opportunity. The country is relatively small compared to other European countries and there are plenty of transport links which allow you to see a lot in a short space of time.

You can take a ride on the famous West Highland Line, a trainline that runs between Glasgow, Oban, Fort William and more. On your journey, you’ll see rugged mountains, rich greenery and other scenes that you’d only spot in the countryside.

Take your trip off-land as you head up to Moray Firth. Here, you will be in the vicinity of around 130 bottlenose dolphins — there are many boat trips that take you out to sea to get closer and snap the perfect photograph. Other wildlife you might spot include seals, whales and porpoises!

If you choose to head to Scotland, don’t bypass Edinburgh. From visiting the zoo to exploring the old streets, there’s so much to see and do — it’s guaranteed to be a trip to remember. If possible, coincide your trip with the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August, this is the largest arts and culture festival in the world.

Get cultured in Cornwall

Cornwall is a county in England that is situated in the South West. In the summer months, some people head to the beaches to sunbathe, enjoying higher temperatures than most regions in the UK. It is home to charming fishing villages such as Fowey and Falmouth and a town famous for its surf beaches, St Ives.

Learn some history about Cornwall by visiting the largest World Heritage Site in the UK. It is a collection of ten places that represent Cornish Mining. You can tour through Carnglaze Slate Caverns which is made up of three huge caverns that played a part in Cornwall’s slate mining industry. There is also Morwellham Quay which will take you back to the Victorian era with a copper mine, working farm, railway and museum.

If you choose to take a trip to Cornwall, don’t forget to spend a day at the Eden Project. It is made up of two biomes, one of which simulates a rainforest environment and the other, a Mediterranean climate. You can therefore see flora of all shapes and sizes that wouldn’t usually be found in England. There are elevated pathways which allow you to walk among the treetops and a waterfall that cascades through the rainforest — made of the rain water that falls on the biome.

If you want to get your feet off dry land, take a trip to St Michael’s Mount — a rocky island off the coast of Cornwall. If you have an appreciation for gardens, this is an ideal place as there is a cliff-side garden with a range of blossoms and herbs to see.

As we’ve discovered, there are so many destinations to see in the UK. There are opportunities for everything from adrenaline-pumping activities to brisk walks amongst the countryside — take your pick!

3 Budget Friendly Floors

Revamping a house can get quite expensive, but fortunately there are always places where you can save some money. An example is the floor; and yes, you can buy flooring while sticking to a budget! There is not just solid wood when it comes to flooring – you have many cheaper alternatives. Check out the three most popular options below.

Engineered Wood Flooring

This is the best alternative to wood flooring. Engineered wood flooring is more practical and less pricey. It is made of synthetic layers, but topped with a natural wood layer, meaning it looks like real wood. It offers amazing designs and comes in a wide range of wood species such as oak, walnut or acacia. Thanks to its man-made layers, engineered flooring is much more practical than solid wood. Unlike its counterpart, engineered also can withstand temperature fluctuations, meaning that things like humidity or underfloor heating are perfectly compatible with this floor.

Laminate Flooring

This is a cheaper version of engineered wood. It is totally man-made – the top layer looks like wood instead of being real wood like in the case of engineered, as it is a picture printed on the surface. This is also the reason for its low cost. This however doesn’t mean laminate looks worse! You can find stunning laminate floors that imitate many different species of wood, in different shades, colours and designs just like solid and engineered wood. Since all the layers are synthetic, they make this floor able to withstand water, meaning that not only can laminate withstand spillages, but you can also mop the floor, meaning it is very easy to take care of.

Vinyl Tiles Flooring 

Vinyl tiles are the cheapest option on the flooring market. Because of this, traditionally, vinyl has been seen as also looking cheap and being of poor quality. However, this has changed over the years thanks to vinyl production getting better and better. Vinyl tiles offer incredible designs, and are able to replicate stone and wood. In addition, they are quite practical since they are waterproof, so spillages are not an issue. Vinyl tiles are very easy to take care of; you only need to sweep them and mop with a damp cloth. They are perfect if someone at home suffers from allergies, as unlike most other flooring types they don’t collect dust or other allergens and they are very hygienic.

As you can see you have many options available even when you are on a budget. You just need to pick your favourite!

Top Men’s Health Tips

If you want to lead a healthy, active lifestyle, continue reading on to discover 7 health tips, which will have a positive, noticeable effect on your life.

Top Men’s Health Tips:

  1. Don’t neglect cardio in favor of strength training

While many men head straight to the weights section of their gym, if one of your primary health goals is to increase your overall fitness it’s important to keep cardio as the main focus of your workout sessions. Fun cardio exercises which you may want to incorporate into your workout sessions include cycling, running, jump rope sessions and swimming.

  1. Make sure to talk to your partner about contraception

In order to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases and to prevent unplanned pregnancies, it’s definitely well worth talking to your partner about your contraception plans as a couple. As it’s important, to be honest, and open when it comes to your sex life and if you decide as a couple that you’d like to purchase contraception, you’ll need to discuss the different forms of contraception which are available. If you seek more professional advice and options for contraception, LloydsPharmacy is a great resource.

  1. Prepare breakfasts which contain plenty of fiber

You may be surprised to learn that your metabolism won’t start burning fat until you consume your first meal of the day. So it’s important to kick start off each day by consuming a healthy breakfast which is jam-packed full of fiber. As meals which are high in fiber will help you feel satiated. Some popular breakfast foods which are packed full of fiber include oats, bananas, apples and whole grain based cereals.

  1. Make sure to keep your cholesterol levels down

As it’s common for men to develop heart rated diseases, it’s well worth trying to keep your cholesterol level down by reducing the saturated fats which you consume.As an example, in order to keep your cholesterol levels controlled, you may want to consider switching out one portion of red meat each week for a portion of white meat. Such as chicken or fish.

  1. Limit your alcohol consumption

As most alcoholic beverages contain hundreds of calories, if you’re looking to maintain a healthy weight, it’s well worth cutting back on the number of alcoholic beverages such as beer and spirits, which you consume on an average week. In order to reap countless health benefits.

  1. Make sure to get at least 7 hours of sleep each night

In order to get the most out of your workouts and to feel energized on a day to day basis, it’s important to aim to get 7-9 hours sleep per night. As if you fail to sleep for 7 hours a night, you’ll soon start to feel lethargic.

  1. See your doctor at least twice a year

In order to diagnose any health problems which you may have as soon as possible, it’s well worth making an effort to visit your doctor on a regular basis.

So if your health is one of your number one priorities, make sure to follow all of the helpful 7 men’s health tips listed above! #ImTalkingHealth

How To Experience The Beautiful Surroundings Africa Has To Offer

If you want to visit as many of Africa’s jaw-droppingly beautiful destinations as possible, simply continue reading to discover a few ways to ensure that you experience as many of Africa’s stunning destinations and diverse environments as possible.

How to experience the beautiful surroundings Africa has to offer:

  1. If you have plenty of time up your sleeve, consider visiting multiple African countries

Airfares from one African country to another are reasonably priced, so it’s well worth visiting at least two African countries on your upcoming trip of a lifetime. Alternatively, you may also be interested in booking an escorted tour which visits multiple African countries in a couple of weeks.

As Africa is such a large continent which offers such varied cultural experiences and natural surroundings, it’s well worth visiting as many African countries as you can.

  1. Spend some time exploring Africa’s stunning coastal cities

While most people think of wide open plains and safari tours when they first think of Africa, Africa also boasts world-class beaches.

As an example, if you plan on visiting South Africa, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the continent, it’s well worth spending a couple of days exploring Cape Town, which is known for its penguin colonies and surf beaches. For unparalleled views of Cape Town’s scenic coastline, it’s well worth taking a leisurely gondola ride to the top of Table Mountain.

  1. Spend a night in a tent at a National Park

If you’re excited by the idea of spending a night in a tent at a national park and waking up to the noise of wild animals, it’s well worth trying to spend at least one night in a luxury tent at a national park.

  1. Take part in as many adventurous activities, once in a lifetime activities as your budget allows

One way to truly explore Africa’s stunning landscapes is to book as many Uganda adventures and activities as your budget allows. As an example, imagine the views which you’ll get to experience if you zip line through the jungle, track wild mountain gorillas in the jungle and book a cage dive with great white sharks!

Other adventurous activities which you may want to consider booking on your upcoming trip include taking an early morning hot air balloon ride over a national park and sand boarding down a massive sand dune.

  1. If you’re short on time, consider booking an escorted tour

If you have plenty of time up your sleeve, you may want to hire a rental car and to visit attractions such as National Parks on your own. However, if you’re short on time, you may find having an experienced guide show you around your destination helpful, as a friendly guide will be able to take you straight to the spots which you’d like to visit, without wasting any valuable time.

Better yet, a great tour guide will also be able to show you their favorite spots, which you may be unable to find following a guidebook.

So if you want to fly home, with dozens of positive memories it’s well worth taking all five tips listed above to heart to ensure that you experience the best surroundings that Africa has to offer tourists.

Simple Hosting Tips To Keep Your Holiday Entertaining On A Budget

The holidays — you might have your mind on other things, but the season of entertaining is just around the corner. Blink and Thanksgiving will be here with all its pomp and circumstance, and the summer will be just a distant memory. If it’s your turn to host, the holidays can add a lot of pressure to your budget. To keep your finances on track throughout the season, check out these money-saving tips. They can help any host with the most celebrate on a budget.

Consider renting before you buy

If you live in a small space, one of the biggest questions you’ll have to answer is where you’re going to put all your guests when they arrive. When doubling up on beds and establishing a kids’ table (aka the floor of the living room) doesn’t solve your space issue, you’ll have to add mattresses and dining chairs to accommodate your guest list.

Even budget blow-up mattresses and chairs can be expensive, so don’t buy these items just yet. First, you’ll want to reach out to friends and nearby family to ask if they’re willing to let you borrow these items. Call them or put out a notice on Facebook to see who’s willing to help. You might hear back from someone you least expect, but you shouldn’t take it personally if no one offers to help. An estimated 276 million Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, so they might be using these items for their own get-togethers.

If you have no luck in borrowing what you need, you don’t have to run to the store just yet. You might be able to find gently-used chairs, air mattresses, and other essential furniture on the second-hand market. Though you’ll have to pay for them, they’ll come at a fraction of the cost new. Sometimes, these sellers are even willing to give them away for free if you organize the pick-up.

Organize a potluck

According to legend, the first Thanksgiving was a potluck where Aboriginals and pilgrims brought prepared food to their shared table. These original Thanksgiving dishes look nothing like the turducken and pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream of today, but the original Thanksgiving meal style offers an important reminder for hosts. Potlucks let you share the cost and workload of putting together a gigantic feast.

If you plan on organizing a potluck, you need to be prepared to coordinate the meal as if you were preparing it on your own. Otherwise, everyone could arrive at the table with the same macaroni and cheese as everyone else. Your goal should be to keep an eye on people’s offered dishes, so there aren’t any overlaps. Don’t be shy to outright assign courses or particular dishes if you feel like there’s something missing. Most people won’t mind these strict orders once they remember you’ll be left with all the dishes!

Start planning early

Part of the advantage of thinking about the holidays early is that you can start preparing for them earlier. There’s really no time that’s considered too early when it comes to your finances. The earlier you start to save, the longer you’ll have to save. Though you’ll be saving for longer, you won’t feel as constrained as if you started to save with only a few weeks to spare. You can save a smaller portion of your paycheck when you have months to prepare.

Saving early can also help you tackle unexpected costs to the holidays, like when a guest damages the air mattress you borrowed or when your sink clogs on the big day and requires a plumber at holiday pricing.

The latter can cost a lot, so even your best attempts at saving won’t cover it. When your savings come up short, consider supplement them with an online installment loan. Installment loan lenders like MoneyKey offer them at convenient speeds, so you won’t have to wait too long before you can pay an urgent plumbing bill. One of the other benefits of using an installment loan is their different repayment terms. It allows you to repay what you owe in scheduled installments rather than one lump sum. Just like saving over the long-term, an installment loan lets you pay off your debts over a great length of time to lessen their effect on your finances.

The holidays are an expensive time of year normally. They’re even more costly when you’re expected to host family and friends. The only way you can keep your costs low is by being prepared. When you take a proactive approach to the holidays, you have a chance of entertaining without going broke.

What Could You Buy With A Million Dollars?

A million dollars, thanks to inflation, is no longer the unimaginable size of money that it used to be a few decades ago. However, it is still an impressive amount and the average person’s life would be very much changed by suddenly having a million dollars deposited into his or her account.

There are several ways that you might acquire a million dollars. You could receive an inheritance from a deceased wealthy relative, you could sell your house in the inflated housing market or you could win the lottery. FreeLotto is a great way to help you win a million dollars on the lottery because it automatically buys several lottery tickets for you every week to give you the best possible chance. However you come to end up with a million dollars from FreeLotto, here are some suggestions on how you can spend it.

Property

Your million dollars will get you that essential part of the American dream, a house. A million dollars will buy you a very nice house anywhere in the US. If you want somewhere a little more central, then you could go for a plush apartment in a big city. A New York apartment in a fashionable area could easily set you back a million dollars.

Buy a car to show off with

There are plenty of cars in the $100,000 to $1,000,000 range that you could buy with your new-found riches that are guaranteed to impress. This site has a whole array of cars in the high price range that you could spend some of or all your money on. Just imagine yourself behind the wheel of an Aston Martin Vanquish or a Bentley Flying Spur, both of which cost over $200,000.

Invest it on the stock market

Instead of splurging your money, you could make a smart investment on the stock market and make more money from your capital. There are several different markets and businesses that you could choose to invest in. You could put some money into commodities like oil, wheat and gold, or you could invest it in Forex trading. There are a huge variety of businesses you can buy stocks in. Make sure that wherever you choose to invest you do plenty of research first and get some advice from a trading expert.

Go traveling

You could spend your money on something physical to own or you could spend it on expanding your horizons, literally. Traveling is an expensive thing to do but a million dollars could take you all over the world in luxury. Think about all of the places you’ve always wanted to go. Perhaps you want to see the bustle of Tokyo up close? Maybe you want to stand on the edge of the Sahara Desert, or perhaps you want to stay in a high-rise in New York. With a million dollars you could stay in the best accommodation and eat the nicest food, all while experiencing exciting new things.

Go traveling in style

If you want to skip out all of the queues at the airport, then you could spend a cool $500,000 on a private jet. Think of the snaps you could take for your Instagram followers.

A nice watch

Have you ever wanted to tell the time with something worth a million dollars? Well, why not buy a very fancy watch? For example, the Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon High Jewelry is encrusted with 380 tapered baguette diamonds, totaling 13.5 carats. Truly something to show off to your pals in the office – though, they might not let you be in charge of the budgets on projects anymore.

A fishing lure

You might be an avid angler, but are you really an avid fisher if you use a lure that costs less than a million dollars? You can spend all of your million on a jewel-encrusted fishing lure that contains three pounds of gold and platinum, as well as being encrusted with 4,753 diamonds and rubies. If the fish don’t like that then they clearly have no sense of style.

A penny

Yes, a penny did sell for a million dollars a few years ago. Bob Simpson, co-chairman of the Texas Rangers, reportedly paid a million dollars for a 1943 penny – one of the so-called Lincoln Pennies, of which there were four. Minted in 1943, they are worth this much because they were erroneously struck in bronze instead of zinc-coated steel.

Cost-Effective Guide To Promoting Your Company With A Lookbook

Building brand awareness and letting people know what your new business has to offer are two of the greatest hurdles many start-ups face. You know you need an effective marketing tool, but can’t afford to overspend at this stage of your company’s life. So, what do you do?

Companies across multiple industries are turning to the lookbook — once believed to be firmly a part of the fashion world — to help boost awareness and sales. A lookbook is a fast and effective technique for advertising your brand. Focused on striking images and minimal content, you get the opportunity to show your range in a way that’s sleek, stylish and professional.

To help, here is a step-by-step guide on creating the ideal lookbook for your start-up.

Features of a lookbook

A lookbook is one of several helpful book printing services — but there are a few key features you must consider when designing one yourself to make sure you get the best return on investment…

Front cover

Appealing, attractive and alluring: a lookbook front cover is your first chance to make a lasting impression. The objective of the front cover is to grab attention, which means you need to think: attractive image, excellent use of colour, and an appealing title to compel the reader to want to know more. Cover pages typically detail the month and year and, if it’s not in the title, you need to have your brand name and logo somewhere here, too.

Navigating your lookbook

How you choose to order your lookbook, including which products and services you place beside each other, can have a great effect on its success. You want to create a good experience for your potential customer when they’re reading your lookbook, and making sure it flows without interruption is essential.

Thumbing through several pages to find what you want is annoying and could turn people away from reading your lookbook, so make sure you place related items together (if someone is looking for one thing, chances are another that is alike will also interest them). If you offer both goods and services, keep these separate, and try to section off connected articles into clear categories to deliver consistency and avoid making your lookbook appear disjointed.

Images

Of course, every lookbook feature plays a critical part in its success, however, a lookbook is essentially reliant on imagery. All images need to be of excellent quality, which means considering props, lighting, colour, setting, and image resolution for each shot. If this is one of your first print marketing campaigns, you don’t want any mistakes.

Also, don’t limit yourself to the same type of photos — ask your photographer to utilise industry techniques. Not every image needs to run border to border and whitespace is a modern photography method used to create a focus point and highlight a particular part of the page — but use it sparingly.

If you want to save more cash and don’t use a professional photographer, you can do these yourself — but just remember to check that you have exclusive rights for everything you include if they aren’t all original images.

Contact details

All start-ups need to advertise where they are and how they can be contacted whenever possible, so remember to give all these details at the back of your lookbook. Make sure you include social media, shop and email address, as well as a telephone number.

Product copy

Although a lookbook is primarily a visual marketing piece, it’s nevertheless crucial that you include clever, informative and relevant copy to truly promote your range. Essentially, a lookbook will feature product/service descriptions and — if you’re a start-up — perhaps a brief brand description so everyone knows what you’re about.

To write high-quality content for a lookbook, you must ensure that it’s concise with no unnecessary details. Include appropriate information, so your reader is not left with questions after reading, and make everything as interesting as possible to grab your audience’s attention and keep it.

On top of telling potential customers why they should shop your brand, lookbook content is also used to reach out and build a relationship with your customer. Therefore, you should be professional in your use of language to convey reliability, but try and adopt a chatty tone to come across as approachable. Try to avoid using very long words and sentences — these sound stuffy and clumsy — and keep your product descriptions between 30 and 60 words in length to avoid taking focus from your lookbook’s images.

Preparing and printing your lookbook

After deciding on your images, laying it out as you want it and creating the ideal content for each page; chat to your printing specialist about the type of paper stock and finishes that might look good. You can also ask to see a few samples to get a better idea.

And finally, just before printing; check and double check your lookbook. Proofread your copy, scan photos for anomalies and verify product names and prices.

Then, get your freshly printed lookbook to as many people as you can!

Five Ways To Personalize Your Apartment Without Getting In Trouble With Your Landlord

If you lived in your very own home, you’d likely paint the walls and replace the kitchen cabinets. Unfortunately, these aren’t likely to be things you can do in your apartment. Not only is it a waste of money to invest in a piece of property you don’t own, you will also end up getting into plenty of trouble with your landlord!

Even if there are things you can’t do, there are plenty of things you can do to personalize your space. Banish those boring walls and breathe life into your kitchen with these tips that are perfect for renters.

Dress the Windows

Most apartments come with some kind of window treatment. Usually, it’s white mini blinds. Although these window treatments are functional, they won’t do anything to make your space feel like home.

Instead, replace those window treatments with blinds of your own. Create an earthy space with wood blinds, have a little fun with colored aluminum blinds, or hang curtains.

Just make sure you hang on to the original window treatments. That way, you can rehang them when you’re ready to move out.

Change the Light Fixtures

The light fixtures in apartments are usually pretty ugly. Landlords often purchase affordable fixtures in bulk that are used in every unit. Replacing them can have a huge impact on your space.

A chandelier in the dining room or kitchen is the best way to add some impact with light fixtures in your apartment, but don’t hesitate to replace sconces in the hallway and lighting in the bathroom.

Just make sure you don’t make any serious modifications. For example, it’s not a good idea to install a ceiling fan where there was once just a simple flush mount.

Just like with the window blinds, you should hang onto those old light fixtures so you can take the ones you purchased with you when it’s time to move.

Put up Removable Wallpaper

Although some landlords may allow you to paint the walls, they will likely ask you to repaint them white when you move out. Other landlords won’t allow you to paint at all. That doesn’t mean you can’t do something to personalize your space!

Removable wallpaper is a great way to dress up a space, and you can do a lot more with it than you think! Some ideas for using removable wallpaper in an apartment include:

  • Using wallpaper tiles to update the kitchen backsplash
  • Updating the bathroom cabinets by covering them with removable wallpaper
  • Cutting strips to dress up the stairs in an apartment with two floors
  • Creating a removable wallpaper headboard behind the bed
  • Using removable wallpaper to line closet shelves

You can also consider placing removable wallpaper on furniture. Use it on dresser drawers and cheap storage cubes to elevate a space without spending a fortune on furniture.

Hang Plenty of Stuff on the Walls

The walls have the biggest impact on the way a space feels, and the white paint in most apartments can make a space feel cold. Warm up your space by hanging plenty of stuff on the walls.

Paintings, pictures, and artwork are obvious choices, but don’t be afraid to get creative. Hang a rug on the wall, or hang a shelf that is adorned with decorative plates.

Just be careful how you hang that stuff on the wall. Check your lease to make sure you can put holes in the wall, and if you can, what kind of holes are acceptable. If you want to avoid putting holes in the wall altogether, use Command Strips that can be removed without damaging the paint.

Lay Down Rugs

Most apartments have carpet that you obviously can’t replace, but that doesn’t mean you have to stare at that ugly shade of brown for the next few years. It is perfectly acceptable to put a rug over your carpet to dress things up!

Consider placing a large, plush area rug in the living room, a traditional rug in the dining room, and a runner in the hallway. Not only will rugs in these areas elevate your space, they will also protect the carpet, which means you’ll be more likely to get your full deposit back when it’s time to move out.

Don’t think you’re stuck living with plain, white walls and ugly cabinets while you rent. Although you may not be able to remodel the way you want, there are still plenty of things you can do to dress up your interior space so it’s a place that feels comfortable and homey.

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